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Buying a Puppy from a breeder

Disreputable dog breeders, who are usually in the “puppy-farm” business just for the money, can wreak misery and death on the innocent animals that would otherwise be lifelong pets and friends.

There are some simple guidelines that, if followed, could put such people out of business, and give a dog a long happy life.

Trading Standards recommendations for buying a puppy

Be wary of outlets offering more than one or two breeds

When visiting the seller note the surroundings

Visit the puppy more than once

Ask to see the pedigree papers and ensure the breeder’s name is on the certificate

The breeder should want to know about you too

Ask to see the puppy with its Mother – be very suspicious if you can’t

Puppies bred commercially, indiscriminately and carelessly are likely to

Develop disease

Have temperamental problems

Find adjusting to family life hard

Be difficult to housetrain

Suffer physical defects and have hereditary weaknesses

Think carefully before buying and do not buy the puppy because you feel sorry for it.

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Dog Rescue

The Dogs Trust believe no healthy dog should be destroyed and that every dog should have a chance to lead a healthy life and be happy in a loving home.

There are many ways of finding a suitable dog and re-homing is a good choice. Dogs Trust works with you to match your requirements to the needs of the dogs. They know that choosing the right dog means happy dogs and happy owners.

About Re-homing

Thousands of dogs are accommodated every year – from cuddly puppies to older dogs full of character.

Re-homing is all about giving them a fresh start, with a family who can offer them all the love and attention they deserve and perhaps have never experienced.

The Dog’s Mind: Understanding Your Dog’s Behaviour

Synopsis “Quite simply this is an excellent book. It is well-written, with snatches of dry humour. It should be mandatory reading for anybody who keeps a dog or has intentions of so doing.” R. W. F. Poole, Daily Telegraph How do dogs perceive the world about them? How do they see, hear, learn, relate to their owners? How large are their brains, what is their emotional makeup? Why do they suffer from stress and how can it be coped with? Over the last few years a substantial body of knowledge has been built up about the psychology of dog behavior. Combining more than twenty years of practical experience as a veterinary clinician with a personal knowledge and understanding of the latest international research, Dr. Bruce Fogle has written the most inclusive and relevant book on how the canine mind works. From the Back Cover The Dog’s Mind “Quite simply this is an excellent book. It is well-written, with snatches of dry humour. It should be mandatory reading for anybody who keeps a dog or has intentions of so doing.” –R. W. F. Poole, Daily Telegraph How do dogs perceive the world about them? How do they see, hear, learn, relate to their owners? How large are their brains, what is their emotional makeup? Why do they suffer from stress and how can it be coped with? Over the last few years a substantial body of knowledge has been built up about the psychology of dog behavior. Combining more than twenty years of practical experience as a veterinary clinician with a personal knowledge and understanding of the latest international research, Dr. Bruce Fogle has written the most inclusive and relevant book on how the canine mind works.

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